SOMERSET — The Somerset Police Department Problem Oriented Policing (POP) Unit is seeking donations for an ongoing holiday toy drive through Dec.16.
The POP Team has collected over 200 items since early November and are seeking items for boys and girls age 12 and under.Requested items include new and unwrapped toys, books, arts and crafts supplies, board games, card games and sports equipment. Gift cards to local restaurants and grocery stores are also welcome.
The POP Team is also seeking donations of wrapping paper, tape, gift tags, holiday cards, large boxes and contractor bags to help store the toys and deliver them to families.
All donations can be dropped off at the Somerset Police Department, 465 County St., and will go directly to Somerset families in need.
Families who may need support this holiday season can contact POP Team Officers, Shaun Kelly and Tyler Botelho by calling the Somerset Police Department business line 508-679-2138 to request donations. All information and requests will be kept confidential. Arrangements can be made to deliver the toys in a Somerset Police cruiser or picked up at the Somerset Police Department.
For more information, please contact Officer Kelly or Officer Botelho by using the phone number listed above, or email dispatcher Ashley Frates a_frates@somersetpd.org.
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